SA cannabis USE double world average

“Cannabis abuse in South Africa is twice the global norm,” CDA deputy chairman David Bayever told the media, law enforcement and international representatives at a presentation. (from the Sowetan)

While the international norm was 4%, in South Africa it was just over 8% of the population who used cannabis, he said.

Bayever said cannabis was the most major drug choice among South Africans.

He also said the cannabis produced in South Africa was more potent than that of most other countries.

According to Bloomberg "South Africa’s use of cannabis, locally known as ‘dagga,’ is double the global norm, Sowetan said, citing Central Drug Authority deputy chairman David Bayever. "

Use or Abuse? Who knows.